My First Triathlon is a true beginner triathlon training plan developed by me during the years I coached beginner triathletes for the Bridgewater Triathlon Club in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Therefore, this plan has been tried, tested, and proven to be true! Every single participant that I coached using the basic concepts within this plan has had 100% success. Since it's creation, I have coached over 100 beginner triathletes that had no prior experience whatsoever. It's been an amazing experience to watch these triathletes progress in both sport and their confidence.

This plan comes complete with a training guide to help you along your way as well as email support. If you ever have a question, PLEASE reach out to me.

The plan is designed to train the beginner using a safe low-intensity progressive overload based on time instead of distance. It consists of shorter workouts through the week, longer workouts on the weekends, and one day of rest (can take Monday as additional rest day if needed). There are also two progressive strength workouts included. There are 3 brick workouts each week so the beginner gets a more true triathlon training experience.

The icing on the cake is the mini triathlon training practices that have been worked into the plan. This adds an element of fun and excitement, giving the beginner a chance to practice triathlons in a non-competitive environment. I remember what it was like to do my first triathlon, and combining that with over a decade of experience in coaching beginner triathletes, I used this knowledge to build one hell of a kick-butt triathlon training plan for beginners. This plan that will not only help them complete a Try-a-Tri or Sprint triathlon distance but big time boost their fitness, skills, and confidence along the way.

NOTE: this plan uses MaxHR instead of threshold HR or power, making it easier for beginners as no threshold HR test or FTP test is required. Just make sure you have your personal settings updated on your account.

If you have any questions about this plan, feel free to contact me: tammy@gofitlife.ca

Remember, the joy is in the journey and you are NEVER too old to try something new. I didn't learn how to snowboard until I was 40 and learned to ride MTB DH in my 50s.

Happy training!

Coach Tammy Lee
since 1999
gofitlife.ca